A pinnacle of Mid-Century Modern "Studio Glass" and Czechoslovakian luxury. This museum-quality 7-piece cocktail set is a rare "Executive" export from the early 1960s. Representing the highest level of Czech craftsmanship, it features a sophisticated collaboration of hand-blown glass artistry and precision metalwork. The "Floating" 24k Gold Technique Unlike standard vintage glassware with surface-painted gold, this set utilizes the master "Cased Gold" technique. A band of 24k gold was applied to the hot glass and then dipped back into molten crystal, "sandwiching" the gold between layers. This creates a luminous, 3D optical glow and ensures the gold is forever protected from wear, oxygen, and scratches. "Brussels Style" Hand-Painted Enamel The vibrant "Lace Glass" pattern—a white lattice net with colorful polka dots—is hand-applied using a raised, tactile enamel piping technique. This geometric obsession is a hallmark of the "Brussels Style" made famous at 1958 World Expo, often attributed to legendary designers like Karel Wünsch or Miluše Roubíčková for the Exbor/Borocrystal studios. Details & Craftsmanship: • Origin: Attributed to Nový Bor / Haida region, Czechoslovakia, circa 1960-1965. • The Metalwork: The shaker is fitted with a high-quality brass top and strainer likely from the renowned Prague firm Merkuria Kovocas. The lid and strainer function perfectly. Hand-Blown Authenticity: Each piece is unique. You will find slight variations in glass thickness and weight, along with a beautifully polished pontil mark on the base of the shaker. Set Includes: • 1x Large Glass & Brass Cocktail Shaker o Dimensions: 8.9” H (22.6 cm) (including top) X 3.9” (9.9 cm) Diameter • 6x Matching Hand-Blown Cocktail Glasses o Dimensions: 3.2” (8.1 cm) H X 2.44” (6.1 cm) Diameter Combined Weight: 2.43 lbs (1.1 kg) Condition: Excellent vintage condition. This set appears to have been a cabinet piece and shows remarkably little wear for its 60+ year history. No chips or cracks in the glass; the enamel remains vibrant and the gold is perfectly encased.